#1New York Timesbestselling author Iris Johansen offers readers a classic tale of a love that seems impossible—and a hunger that is undeniable.
Jenny Cashman longs to escape the refined, rarified air of her exclusive Swiss education. At nineteen, she’s desperate for independence—and to once again see the man she loves. So she sells her belongings, leaves Europe, and heads to Las Vegas. The sight of Steve Jason’s newest palatial hotel and casino thrills Jenny—but not as much as the sight of the man himself. Steve came to her rescue after her father died, paying for her years of expensive schooling. Now, she must convince him that she’s old enough to make her own decisions . . . including about her passion for him.
Steve Jason is a powerful mogul, a man who came from nothing and made a name for himself in the industry before he was thirty years old. He takes great care to keep all emotional involvement with others to a bare minimum—with only one exception. Jenny has always been incredibly important to him. But how can he keep her safe when she seems oblivious to her own stunning beauty and the reactions she gets from other men? It will take all of Steve’s resolve to protect her—especially from his own desires.
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Sexual Content - 4/5
4/5
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Violence - 1/5
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Language - 3/5
3/5
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Drugs and Alcohol - 2/5
2/5
Summary
Overall This is an old (1984) Iris Johansen book that I ran across. She has a talent for making her first chapter so unusual that you are captured. Very strong male
character who smokes; one scene he smokes after sex. I almost laughed; that is so cliché today. It dates the story but does not distract from it. It has an
unusual story line with the female lead being considerable younger than the male lead. Jenny gets herself into several situations that Steve has to save her from. I thought the scene at the hotel while maybe not realistic was hilarious. I also thought her plan to have him see her as a woman was humorous. I recommend the book if
you are in the mood for a different romance.
Violence one non violent death, several punches and threatens of fights. nothing disturbing.
Language I don't recall the fword but there were several other uses of profanity.
Sexual This is probably a 3.5. Although sex does not occur throughout the book, it is the main focus of the book. More details are given but it is well written and not
crude.
Drug & Alcohol Some of the book occurs in Las Vegas. There are parties and clubs and drinking.